Hampshire is one of England's larger southern counties, taking in Southampton, Portsmouth, Winchester, and the New Forest. Funeral costs across the county sit slightly above the national average for both cremation and standard funerals, though the range between providers is narrower than in many other areas.
What does a funeral cost in Hampshire?
Based on pricing data from 32 funeral homes across Hampshire, typical costs are:
- Direct cremation: from £1,480, averaging around £1,735
- Standard attended funeral: from £1,700, averaging around £2,381
Compared to the national averages of £1,593 for direct cremation and £2,328 for a standard funeral, Hampshire sits modestly above both. One notable feature of the Hampshire data is that direct cremation prices are clustered in a relatively narrow range (£1,480 to £2,075), suggesting there is less variation between providers here than in some other counties.
These figures cover the funeral director's fees and a basic coffin, not third-party costs.
Check Funeral Prices Near MeDirect cremation in Hampshire
Direct cremation in Hampshire starts from £1,480, which is higher than the national minimum but reflects the slightly elevated cost base across southern England. The average of £1,735 is around 9% above the national figure.
For families considering this option, see our guide to what direct cremation is and why it is growing in the UK.
Traditional funeral costs in Hampshire
A full attended funeral in Hampshire typically costs between £1,700 and £3,295 for the funeral director's package alone. Adding cremation fees (around £400 to £700 at Hampshire crematoria), an officiant, and optional extras, the all-in total for a standard cremation funeral usually comes to £3,000 to £5,000.
The county has several crematoria, including Basingstoke, Southampton (Hollybrook), and Portsmouth (Milton). Fees vary between them, so it is worth checking the specific crematorium your funeral director plans to use.
What affects prices in Hampshire?
- Urban vs coastal and rural: Southampton and Portsmouth tend to have a wider range of providers than smaller towns like Alresford, Petersfield, or Fordingbridge
- New Forest premium: Some providers in and around the New Forest charge above the county average, reflecting higher local costs
- Proximity to London: The north of the county, particularly around Basingstoke and Farnborough, tends to edge closer to South East pricing
Comparing funeral directors in Hampshire
All funeral directors must publish a Standardised Price List. With 32 providers in our Hampshire data, there is a reasonable field to compare.
You can search and compare funeral directors in Hampshire on our site.